HOW THE IVY LEAGUE BROKE AMERICA.

  • Published In: Atlantic, 2024, v. 334, n. 5. P. 26 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: BROOKS, DAVID 3 of 3

Abstract

The article from the Atlantic Monthly discusses how the Ivy League institutions in America have transformed over time, shifting from a social ideal of the Well-Bred Man to a focus on intelligence and academic achievement. The article highlights the efforts of individuals like James Conant to reform the admissions criteria based on brainpower rather than bloodlines and breeding. It also explores the impact of the meritocracy on American society, including changes in education, job opportunities, and social mobility. The article suggests redefining merit to include qualities like curiosity, drive, social intelligence, and agility, and proposes a more diverse opportunity structure to create a fairer and more effective meritocracy. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Atlantic. 2024/12, Vol. 334, Issue 5, p26
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Political Science
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1072-7825
  • Accession Number:180962726
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